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The Power of Music's Emotive Quality—A Tale of the iPhone and the Sony Hi-Res...
Today I was at one of my favorite, local coffee shops. I don't know what it is about a café's ambiance that makes it such a paradox of bustling serenity. I usually bring with me my Bowers and Wilkins...
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New Hi-Res Music from AIX Records Arrives
Today, a hi-res music disc set from AIX records arrived. The first is a DVD audio featuring Stravinsky and Ravel. The second is a 3-D Blu-ray disc that features music from Mozart. The music on both...
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Thomas' Edison's Phonograph Patent
One of my favorite tweets of the day was McIntosh Labs celebration of the 138th anniversary of Thomas Edison's patent of the phonograph. Here at the PoorAudiophile, we've long been admirers of...
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Fluance Announces the AVHTB Home Theater Surround Speaker System
Home Theater in a Box systems, abbreviated as HTB, are absolutely the last kind of system I'd recommend to someone. However, my recent experience with Fluance has given me pause with the announcement...
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Tascam Free Hi-Res Editor Now Has for Mac OS X Support
TASCAM's Hi-Res Editor has been updated to include Mac OS X support. Hi-Res Editor is a free desktop application that supports DSD and PCM audio files. DSD files up to 11.2MHz (4x) are supported...
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TEAC Announces Entry-Level USB Turntable with
For years, my go-to recommendation for entry-level vinyl has been Project. Reasonably priced with excellent build quality, and an option for built-in USB, they simply sound great for a few hundred...
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Are the B&W P5 the Best On-Ear Headphones?
I've recently had a slew of new headphones come into my hands. From in-ear monitors to circumaural (over the ear), I love the way this market segment has grown over the years. I confess, however,...
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Ever Wonder Why There are No (or Very Few) Negative Audio Reviews?
You know the routine, you pick up an audio magazine or bring up an online review. In the article, the reviewer will speak positively or extoll the virtues of a particular product. Have you ever...
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Dealing with Early Reflections and Bass Acoustics in Small Rooms
Illustration courtesy of TubeTrap.comFrequent readers of this site know that I love getting under the hood on the latest research in acoustics. I came across a recent article on Audioholics.com that I...
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Classé Launches Sigma MONO 350W Amplifier
Legendary audiophile electronics manufacturer, Classé, has just announced a new addition to their Sigma series: the new Sigma MONO 350W power amplifier. As its name implies, the new Sigma MONO is a...
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Music and Audio Guide Launches on Kickstarter
Frequent visitors of the site will know that we've focused on Hi-Res music and the equipment, like the Sony Hi-Res Walkman and Benchmark AHB2 and DAC2 that can reproduce properly recorded and mastered...
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Star Wars: The Ultimate Audio Collection on Vinyl and Hi-Res Announced
Star Wars and John Williams fans rejoice! This is the best news to come your way in a long, long time. What many consider the most acclaimed and enduring film music in history, the original soundtracks...
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Krell introduces Vanguard Universal DAC and Vanguard Digital Preamplifier
It's no secret that at the Poor Audiophile, we're big fans of solid build quality and superior sounding equipment. One company that has consistently delivered both top notch sound, killer build...
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An Interview with Dr. Mark Waldrep on Hi-Res Music
The first time I was exposed to AIX records was courtesy of the Oppo DBP-83 Blu-ray player. The Oppo included the AIX Sampler Blu-Ray Disc, which contained a sampling of high resolution audio. You...
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SVS Experience Unveiled at Electronics Expo in New Jersey
SVS Cylindrical SubwoofersAt the Poor Audiophile, we've become fans of SVS for their rock solid products and superb performance. Their top of the line subwoofers and their entry-level Prime series...
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Fluance Fi30 Bluetooth Speaker System
When I did my review of the Fluance XL7F floor standing speakers, many readers wrote in and asked if I could do a review of Fluance's Fi30 Bluetooth wireless speaker system. At the time, I reached out...
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Pre Black-Friday Deal: Lowest Price Ever for a Top-Selling SVS Subwoofer!
Black Friday deals in high end audio aren't really something you see. However, this year, we're seeing a bit of a trend in that direction by some of the brands we love. In particular, SVS is offering...
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B&W Black Friday Special: Up to 35% Off Selected Headphones
If you've been waiting for a chance to purchase some acclaimed headphones from Bowers & Wilkins then today's Black Friday special is your unique chance.Bowers and Wilkins is offering up to 35% off...
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HiFi Man Black Friday - Cyber Monday Headphone Specials
Through Monday, November 30th, HiFiMan is offering special Black Friday 7 days of deals on select headphones.The discounts include:HE560 Planar Magnetic Headphone – $200 off ($699)HE400i Planar...
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Special Audiophile Deals for Cyber Monday
Music Direct in Chicago has some special audiophile deals through Cyber Monday. Deals encompass speakers, turntables, DACs, receivers, and a myriad of cables and accessories. You can view Music...
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